jandcembroidery Posted September 13, 2015 Report Share Posted September 13, 2015 This is why I don't design quilts and why I use patterns lol. Several years ago I made some SBS blocks to practice my applique and hand embroidery. I wanted to make them into a quilt for my granddaughter but just wasn't sure how. I love scrappy quilts but have never made one, so another first checked of the to do list. I didn't have enough SBS's and didn't realize that my design would turn out so long and skinny. How would it look to place a wide strip down each side to widen the top and then finish it with a border?I'm up for suggestions just please don't say make more blocks lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zora Posted September 13, 2015 Report Share Posted September 13, 2015 I would remove the bottom row of SBS blocks, then add borders all around with the sides being somewhat wider than the top and bottom borders, but not hugely different. I think adding just side panels would only emphasize how long and skinny it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jandcembroidery Posted September 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2015 I would remove the bottom row of SBS blocks, then add borders all around with the sides being somewhat wider than the top and bottom borders, but not hugely different. I think adding just side panels would only emphasize how long and skinny it is. That's what I figured. My sister suggested taking the bottom row and putting it down one side but I think it would look off centered that way. I might just break down and make 12 more blocks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jandcembroidery Posted September 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2015 Ok, I'm finished with the top, final size turned out to be 55"x74". Next stop, the quilting frame. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlsa3 Posted September 14, 2015 Report Share Posted September 14, 2015 James...that turned out great. I know your grandaughter is going to love it. David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s.waits Posted September 19, 2015 Report Share Posted September 19, 2015 James, It looks wonderful. I know your granddaughter is going to be thrilled! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted October 3, 2015 Report Share Posted October 3, 2015 Great job James, your grandbaby will love it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kkey1030 Posted October 3, 2015 Report Share Posted October 3, 2015 Is there a problem with long skinny quilts? A nice border all around might be all it needs. Being a skinny quilt makes it easier for your granddaughter to wrap it around her shoulders. And with nice borders it would still be fine for a twin bed top. I love that it's different than most. That makes it unique and lovely!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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